Comparison

Fire Message vs CMD

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Fire Message

Features
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Fire Message is a professional tool to test and debug Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) via the HTTP v1 API. Manage multiple projects and send notifications securely without backend scripts. Security: Encrypted Storage: Service Account JSON credentials are encrypted. Local Only: Keys are saved locally and never sent to third-party servers. Key Features: Multi-App Support: Switch between Dev, Staging, and Production projects. Targeting: Send to Device Tokens, Topics, or Conditions. HTTP v1 API: Full support for Service Account JSON authentication. History & Logs: View sent messages and API responses. Efficiency: Duplicate and resend payloads instantly. Custom Payloads: Full control over Notification and Data JSON fields. Subscription Details Fire Message offers a free trial to test all features. After the trial ends, a yearly subscription is required for continued access. By using this app, you agree to the below: Privacy Policy: https://stanimeros.com/privacy-policy Apple’s Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CMD

This app transforms your mobile device into a professional network diagnostic terminal. It offers essential command-line tools for system administrators, network engineers, and developers to troubleshoot and manage networks on the go.

Highlights
  • Network diagnostic tools (PING, TRACEROUTE, IPCONFIG)
  • SSH client for server management
  • Port scanning and WHOIS lookups
  • LAN device discovery
  • Retro terminal interface
  • Smart input with accessory bar
  • Local diagnostics and privacy focus
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional network diagnostic terminal. CMD: Command Prompt brings the power of the desktop command line to your mobile device, designed specifically for system administrators, network engineers, developers, and tech enthusiasts who need reliable toolsets on the go. PROFESSIONAL NETWORK TOOLS Forgot your laptop? No problem. Diagnosing network issues has never been easier with our suite of essential commands: PING: Check host reachability and latency in real-time. Supports continuous ping (-t) and custom payload sizes logic. TRACEROUTE (TRACERT): Visualize the path your packets take across the internet. Identify bottlenecks and routing loops instantly. IPCONFIG / MYIP: View detailed local network configuration (LAN IP, Subnet) and your public WAN IP address with one tap. PORT SCAN: Audit server security by scanning open TCP ports (80, 443, 22, etc.) on any target. WHOIS: Perform deep lookups on domain names and IP addresses to find registration and ownership data. DNS LOOKUP (NSLOOKUP): Resolve domain names to IP addresses quickly to verify DNS propagation. LAN SCAN: Discover all active devices on your local Wi-Fi network. TERMINAL EXPERIENCE Authentic UI: Retro-style green-on-black terminal interface for that true hacker feel. Smart Input: Accessory bar with Arrow Keys, CTRL+C interrupt, and Tab completion helpers. History: Scroll back through output just like a real console. SSH Explorer Transform your Linux server management with our powerful SSH tool. With full support for secure protocols, the ability to save multiple connection profiles, and direct access to server command history, you can connect to and manage your systems anytime, anywhere. Our intelligent terminal features interactive command support, providing a smooth and fast experience for executing both automated and manual commands, ensuring real-time monitoring of your infrastructure PRIVACY FOCUSED CMD runs all diagnostics locally on your device or via standard internet protocols. We do not track your commands, log your targets, or store your history. Your data is yours. DESIGNED FOR iOS Fast: Built with native Swift for maximum performance. Offline First: Many tools work simply with your local connection. Modern: Supports Light/Dark mode (though Dark Mode is recommended for the true terminal vibe!). Whether you are fixing the office Wi-Fi, debugging a server, or just curious about your network connection, CMD is the only tool you need. Download CMD: Command Prompt today and take control of your network.

Screenshots

Fire Message4 screens
CMD3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CMD at none against Fire Message's 1. CMD also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 8 months) and chart position (#124 vs unranked). Fire Message's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Fire Message sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $11.99 per year. CMD asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fire Message ships an update every 8 months, CMD every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Fire Message versus CMD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFire MessageCMD
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (76 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—94.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—76 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
Best chart rank—#124 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTANIMEROS PANTELEIMONSunandan Sekhar Das

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Fire Message

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Year
None

CMD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fire Message free?
Fire Message is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CMD free?
CMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Fire Message or CMD have ads?
CMD shows ads; Fire Message does not.
Which is updated more often, Fire Message or CMD?
Fire Message ships an update every 8 months, and CMD every 10 days. Most recently, Fire Message was updated on August 14, 2026 and CMD on September 22, 2026.

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